Fall program registration for the library begins Sept. 8
The North Bergen Free Public Library’s fall program registration for both the main library and the Kennedy branch will begin on Tuesday, Sept. 8 at 9 a.m. Programs will begin Monday, Sept. 14. Registration is open to North Bergen and Guttenberg residents. Register in person. Proof of age and residency are required. Registration is limited. For more information contact the library at (201) 869-4715 or visit nbpl.org to view the program listings.
The main library is at 8411 Bergenline Ave. and the Kennedy branch is at 2123 Kennedy Blvd.
Cervical cancer lecture at library on Sept. 9
A lecture on the topic of cervical cancer will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 9 at 7 p.m. The lecture will be presented by Lisania Milli, nurse practitioner, Holy Name Medical Center. It will be held at the North Bergen Free Public Library, 8411 Bergenline Ave. This event is made possible by the Hispanic Outreach Program and Holy Name Medical Center for Wellness Wednesdays. For more information call the library at (201) 869-4715 or visit nbpl.org.
North Bergen and Guttenberg hold 9/11 memorials on Friday
North Bergen will hold its annual 9/11 memorial service in front of North Bergen High School on Sept. 11 at 10 a.m. The North Bergen High School is at 7417 Kennedy Blvd.
Guttenberg’s memorial service will take place at 7:30 p.m. in front of Town Hall, 6808 Park Ave. A police honor guard will be present along with town dignitaries, and flowers will be presented to relatives of two Guttenberg residents who perished in the attacks. In the event of rain the ceremony will take place in the courtroom on the second floor of the building.
‘Toy Story’ to screen under the stars at the library on Sept. 12
Cinema Under the Stars is returning to the main library, 8411 Bergenline Ave., with a special screening of “Toy Story” to celebrate its 20th anniversary. The event will take place on Saturday, Sept. 12 at 7 p.m. Admission is free and so are the refreshments. Bring a blanket or a chair and enjoy the show
There will be free transportation provided from the Kennedy Branch Library, 2123 Kennedy Blvd., and the Recreation Center, 6300 Meadowview Ave. For more information contact the library at (201) 869-4715.
Solo exhibition ‘In Medias Res’ features gun manipulations
Roberto Visani, currently an artist in residence at Guttenberg Arts Gallery, will be featured in the solo exhibition “In Medias Res,” on view at the gallery from Sept. 7 through Oct. 4. The opening reception takes place from 7 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Sept 12, with an artist talk at 8 p.m. Guttenberg Arts is located at 6903 Jackson St.
Visani uses assemblage to create many of his sculptures. Using specific materials and objects, he creates visual metaphors which connect a gun to the circumstances surrounding its use and its relationship to the body. This is literalized in a sculpture titled “sextape” which conflates a mannequin arm, tripod, VHS camera, panties, and telescope into a futuristic weapon, simultaneously threatening, seductive, and humorous in its display.
Visani sees the gun as carrying both a physical and psychological relation to humanity. Ultimately, his works ask the viewer to move beyond the form of the gun to consider larger questions contained within their narratives. “They exist as a record of a time, place, a group, an individual,” he said. “It is less about the weapon itself and more about the circumstances surrounding its existence, but it’s also this iconic form which allows us to consider questions of power as well.”
Enjoy a ‘Havana Night’ on Sept. 18 and help raise money for United Way
Join a night of fun and help raise money to support the programs of United Way of Hudson County and their partner Round2Resources. Think back to those spicy Cuban evenings and enjoy a live band and DJ, a Latin dance performance, a cigar roller, y mucho más at the second annual Havana Nights Fundraiser and Latin Dance Party. Beer, wine, sangria, soft drinks, and a dinner buffet are included. Dress to please; festive Latin attire is encouraged.
The event takes place from 7 to 11 p.m. on Sept 18 at Lido Restaurant and Catering Hall, 2600 Tonnelle Ave., North Bergen. Tickets are $75 in advance; $85 at the door. Buy your tickets now at unitedwayhudson.org. Call (201) 526-9705 for more information.
Annual Safe Kids Day in Guttenberg is Sept. 19
Safe Kids Day will take place on Sept. 19 this year from noon to 5 p.m. Sponsored by Mayor Gerald Drasheff and the Town Council, the annual event includes free rides, music, food vendors, and much more from 68th to 71st Street on Boulevard East.